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Ski Utah Snow Report vs OpenSnow

Ski Utah Snow Report 4.8★ · Free to download 75
Winner OpenSnow
OpenSnow 4.7★ · Free to download 85

OpenSnow is the better choice for serious skiers and snowboarders looking for detailed, accurate, and broad weather forecasting, while Ski Utah Snow Report is a solid, free option for those focused exclusively on Utah resorts.

Full reviews: Ski Utah Snow Report · OpenSnow

OpenSnow offers highly detailed and accurate forecasts from meteorologists, covering a wide range of locations, though it has faced criticism for recent price increases and UI changes. Ski Utah Snow Report provides a user-friendly interface for Utah-specific snow data and alerts, but some users report issues with data accuracy and update frequency.

Head to head

Features edge: OpenSnowR3R5R10R15
Ski Utah Snow Report Ski Utah Snow Report offers powder alerts, resort information, and webcams, with some users praising its ability to track ski days and provide bus routes R5R26R37. However, some features like webcams and powder alerts are reported to be unreliable or not working for some users R3R10R15.
OpenSnow OpenSnow provides comprehensive weather forecasting, including long-term discussions from meteorologists, interactive charts, and detailed snow reports . It also includes mapping layers, webcams, and the ability to compare favorite locations .
Ease of Use tieR1R2R14R23
Ski Utah Snow Report Many users find Ski Utah Snow Report easy to use, navigate, and read, appreciating its user-friendly setup for accessing resort information R2R14R23. However, some recent updates have made the app 'wonky' and hard to read for others, and accessibility features are reportedly not optimized R1.
OpenSnow OpenSnow is described as intuitive, easy to navigate, and efficient for tracking weather . Users appreciate the ability to quickly get a gist of information and then delve deeper . Conversely, some users find the UI clunky, confusing, and surprisingly difficult to find basic weather data .
Reliability and Accuracy edge: OpenSnowR2R4R7R8
Ski Utah Snow Report Ski Utah Snow Report receives mixed reviews on accuracy and updates. Many users praise its accurate and up-to-date snow reports and conditions R2R8. However, a significant number of recent reviews report delayed or inaccurate snow totals, un-updated resort information, and issues with webcams and lift updates R4R7R12.
OpenSnow OpenSnow is widely lauded for its accurate and reliable forecasts, with many users, including ski professionals, calling it their go-to source for spot-on weather and snow predictions R62R70R72R80. Despite this, some users report wildly inaccurate snow totals and wind speed predictions, and question the reliability of forecasts beyond 5 days .
Price/Value edge: Ski Utah Snow ReportR2R5R8R23
Ski Utah Snow Report Ski Utah Snow Report is free to download and use, with users expressing satisfaction with the value it provides for Utah-specific ski information R2R5R8R23.
OpenSnow OpenSnow is free to download but offers a subscription model (All-Access, now Premium) that has become a point of contention. Users are frustrated by increased costs, a 'bait and switch' from previous subscription tiers, and the removal of features from lower-priced plans, making it feel expensive for information that can be found elsewhere R61R66R67R71.
Support tie
Ski Utah Snow Report Reviews do not provide specific feedback on customer support for Ski Utah Snow Report.
OpenSnow Reviews do not provide specific feedback on customer support for OpenSnow.
Pick Ski Utah Snow Report if

you primarily ski in Utah and want a free, user-friendly app for local snow reports and resort information, and don't mind occasional inconsistencies in data updates or webcam functionality R2R23.

Pick OpenSnow if

you are a serious skier or snowboarder who values highly detailed, accurate, and broad weather forecasts from meteorologists, are willing to pay for a subscription, and need information for multiple locations beyond just Utah R72.

Evidence note: Reviews for both apps show a mix of positive and negative feedback, particularly regarding data accuracy and updates. OpenSnow's recent negative reviews are heavily skewed by price increases and changes to subscription tiers, which should be considered when evaluating its overall value.

Frequently asked

Does Ski Utah Snow Report provide real-time snow updates?
Ski Utah Snow Report aims to provide up-to-date snow reports, with many users praising its accuracy and daily updates R2. However, some recent reviews indicate issues with delayed or inaccurate snow totals and un-updated resort information R4R7R12.
Is OpenSnow accurate for weather forecasting?
OpenSnow is widely considered very accurate for weather forecasting, with many users, including ski professionals, relying on its spot-on predictions for snow, wind, and broader weather patterns R62R70R72R80.
Are there any costs associated with OpenSnow?
OpenSnow is free to download, but many of its detailed features and extended forecasts require a paid subscription, which has recently increased in price and led to user frustration over changes to subscription tiers R61R66R67R71.
Does Ski Utah Snow Report offer features beyond snow reports?
Yes, Ski Utah Snow Report offers features such as powder alerts, access to resort webcams, the ability to track ski days, and even bus routes R5R26R33R37.

What reviewers actually said

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  1. [R3] Ski Utah Snow Report 3/5 · US Good app: The app has is well organized. Some the trail cam stuff doesn’t work very well but the rest of the app provides accurate information.
  2. [R5] Ski Utah Snow Report 5/5 · US Pow alerts: We didn’t have much use for the powder alerts this last season, but this app is super clutch. Have used it for years, through the good and bad. A loyal and constant companion, and a snow day hasn’t gone by without this app. Please pray for snow.
  3. [R10] Ski Utah Snow Report 2/5 · US Powder alert doesn’t work: Love the interface of the app. However, the Powder Alert feature doesn’t send a push notification! I’ve made sure the setting in the app is turned on as well as my phones notification settings. Cool idea if it worked.
  4. [R15] Ski Utah Snow Report 3/5 · US Park City: The webcams never seem active!
  5. [R1] Ski Utah Snow Report 2/5 · US Degraded not updates: I used to love this app, easy to see all the snowfalls and resort info, the new update is wonky and hard to read, deleted it.
  6. [R2] Ski Utah Snow Report 5/5 · US Great app for great resorts: All the best of Utah powder condensed into one website. Easy to navigate and provides solid information and up to date snow reports.
  7. [R14] Ski Utah Snow Report 5/5 · US Super app!!!: Easy to use, easy to read - this is going to make our trip in early April so much better!!!
  8. [R23] Ski Utah Snow Report 5/5 · US Great for skiing Utah: App is great to see snow reports for all Utah resorts in one place. I use the app daily to determine where I will ski. The functionality is great and it is informative and very easy to use! Highly recommend to all Utah skiers.
  9. [R4] Ski Utah Snow Report 2/5 · US Delayed: Snow totals and storm totals are always delayed and never accurately reflect what there is.
  10. [R7] Ski Utah Snow Report 1/5 · US Terrible app: This app is never updated. It never has the correct snow fall information. It is terrible!
  11. [R8] Ski Utah Snow Report 5/5 · US Go to source: The most thorough, complete, accurate and useful app for knowing just about anything and everything to do with skiing in Utah. This is the one source you need.
  12. [R12] Ski Utah Snow Report 3/5 · US Not updated: I’m looking at today with 12-18 in snow over night and the resorts are showing 0 snow. I also can’t tell if the resorts are open. Road to Little cottonwood is closed fir avalanche control but 0 snow fall. Looked at other resorts in the state & similar result
  13. [R62] OpenSnow 5/5 · US My Go To Weather App: Open Snow has become outstanding. I don't even look at anything else anymore. You guys seem to have thought of everything. The information is spot on. I'm still learning all the nuances, but the more I use it the more impressed I become. Thx!
  14. [R70] OpenSnow 5/5 · US Reliable: Accurate forecasts for the areas I choose
  15. [R72] OpenSnow 5/5 · US Great Forecasts!: I am a pro ski patroller in Wyoming. I use Open Snow regularly. Good accurate weather forecasting. Really nice site as it is totally geared towards skiers. I don’t think you can find a better resource for powder and big dumps. Great maps and localized forecasts. Highly recommend!
  16. [R80] OpenSnow 5/5 · US Spot on: The forecasts for individual places were spot on, even those in a general geographic area but tweaked for individual locations and topography. My go to every morning.
  17. [R61] OpenSnow 2/5 · US Bait and switcharoo with “All Access”: I enjoyed using OpenSnow and appreciated its pricing model for the All-Access subscription. However, OpenSnow cancelled the All-Access subscription and changed subscribers to their Base subscription and introduced a higher subscription, Premium. I didn’t appreciate being baited and switched to a subscription that was no longer fitting of the original name, so
  18. [R66] OpenSnow 3/5 · US expensive: This app has become too expensive for weather you can find elsewhere. They add features I don’t use and take away ones I enjoyed for an even higher price. I love that you can find multiple resorts in one place.
  19. [R67] OpenSnow 1/5 · US Used to be my favorite app: We’ve had the family plan since open snow first rolled it out and it was great. Slowly migrating all of the useful features away from something we were paying $90 a year for into something they want us to pay $180 a year for feels slimy and scammy. Especially when most of the map layers are re-skinned NWS products, and someone decided a few weeks ago to give the radar l
  20. [R71] OpenSnow 1/5 · US Disappointed increased cost: Great app but are now charging too much, now you have to upgrade to get the services that were always standard before… had to debate renewal
  21. [R26] Ski Utah Snow Report 5/5 · US Pow tracker: Great app for tracking snowfall across the state, with personalized notifications for resorts you want to get updates on. I’ve used it to track total days on the mountain for 3 years, would recommend.
  22. [R33] Ski Utah Snow Report 5/5 · US Big Fan: Big fan of this app. It helps me know if I need to drop what I’m doing and get up on the mountain. It helps being able to see the past week’s snow to know how much fresh snow is up there as well as base. It is nice to have the powder alerts, that is my most used feature. I love looking at the cameras as well, helps when you can see road and lift conditions.
  23. [R37] Ski Utah Snow Report 5/5 · US POW POW: The addition of the bus routes is awesome

Synthesized from 120 recent App Store reviews · updated July 2026 · View on the App Store